Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cheek-by-jowl
idiom
/ˈtʃiːk baɪ ˈdʒaʊl/
Definition
In close proximity or side by side; tightly packed together.
Examples
- The houses were built cheek-by-jowl, leaving no space for gardens.
- During the concert, fans stood cheek-by-jowl, eagerly awaiting the performance.
Meaning
The phrase ‘cheek-by-jowl’ is used to describe things or people that are very close to each other, often in a crowded or compact way.
Synonyms
- close together
- side by side
- in close quarters
